💰 Premier League approves wage cap but rejects spending limit | OneFootball

The Premier League clubs approved the introduction of the salary cap (SCR) and new sustainability rules this Friday, although they rejected the controversial spending cap (TBA).

The new salary rules will take effect from the 2026/27 season and imply that clubs could only spend 85% of their income on salaries and agent fees.

The spending cap, rejected by a majority with only seven votes in favor, meant that clubs could only spend on the squad five times what the last-place team earned from television rights and prizes.

"The new salary cap is intended to promote equal opportunities for clubs aspiring to success and brings the Premier's financial system closer to UEFA's existing salary cap, which operates at 70%," said the Premier in a statement.

Players' Reaction Expected

The players' union confirmed days ago that it will take the proposal to court if the Premier does not consider their opinion. "The reality is that you cannot limit someone's ability to earn a living," said Maheta Molango, president of the PFA.

Additionally, three of the UK's most important representation agencies, CAA Base, Stellar, and Wasserman, have also protested for being excluded from the process. The new rules artificially inflate "spending capacity limitations" and are an "illegal restriction of trade," they argue.

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